The leak is from the lower part of the jet assembly. I used a Moss kit to
replace the rubber for the float bowl and the cork for the jet assembly.
I've pulled this apart a few times and actually reduced the flow. When I
first re-assembled the jet assembly I had a constant drip. I've tried to
pinpoint the leak without success. Any ideas on how to do this, short of a
match, would be appreciated.
Almost forgot, I also installed Grosse jets. That made a big difference.
Also, the floats are in excellent shape.
thanks, Dave Zempel.
> ----------
> From: fred thomas
> Reply To: vafred@erols.com
> Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 9:06 PM
> To: Zempel, David W
> Subject: Re: SU vs. Zenith Strombergs
>
> Dave, there is no need to jump to parts switching, lets repair the leak,
> where
> is it coming from, what have you done to correct it, what parts are new,
> whats
> parts are used/original. These carbs are not designed to leak, so you have
> a
> small adjustment needed, someplace, somehow, so start at the beginning and
> this
> find it.
>
> Zempel, David W wrote:
>
> > My '62 TR4 surreytop is stock with SU carbs. I've been having some
> problems
> > with leaking. Even after installing new seals and gaskets. According
> to
> > the manual, a little dampness is normal. Well, I think it may be more
> than
> > a little damp since I can smell it. Anyway, I have a set of Zenith
> > Strombergs from a TR4 I bought as a parts car. What is the feeling on
> the
> > list about switching to the Zenith's? Would I have fewer or more
> problems?
> > I know it wouldn't be original for a '62, but if I keeps the car from
> > burning up, I think that's a good thing.
> >
> > Dave Zempel.
> >
> > '62 TR4 Surreytop.
>
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